Job description
English Teacher
Location: Fulford and surrounding areas, North Yorkshire
Contract: Part-Time, Temporary, Supply
Start Date: September 2026 or sooner
Salary: £168.80 – £261.79 per day
Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities? Do you have the ability to inspire young people to develop strong literacy skills, a love of literature, and confidence in communication?
GSL Education are currently seeking enthusiastic and committed English Teachers to work in secondary schools across Fulford, York, and the surrounding areas. Whether you are seeking short-term supply work, long-term placements, or part-time roles, we can help you find an opportunity that suits your experience and career aspirations.
As an English Teacher, you will deliver engaging and well-structured lessons that support students in developing their reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills. You will encourage a genuine appreciation of literature while helping learners build the confidence needed to succeed both academically and beyond the classroom.
Main Responsibilities as an English Teacher:
- Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons in line with the national curriculum.
- Teach a range of texts, genres, and writing styles to develop student understanding and enjoyment of English.
- Support students in improving their reading comprehension, written communication, and critical thinking skills.
- Encourage confident spoken English through discussion, presentations, and group work.
- Adapt teaching to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities, including those with additional educational needs.
- Assess, monitor, and record student progress, providing constructive feedback to support improvement.
- Maintain high standards of behaviour, engagement, and achievement in the classroom.
- Contribute to departmental resources and wider school literacy initiatives where required.
- Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that encourages academic success.
English Teacher Minimum Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates of pay, with all long-term placements paid to scale from day one.
- Flexible working opportunities tailored to your availability.
- Access to short-term, long-term, and permanent positions.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
If you are an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Fulford, York, we would be delighted to hear from you.
GSL Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check registered to the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one), satisfactory references, verification of qualifications, and right-to-work checks.
To apply or find out more about opportunities available through GSL Education, please submit your up-to-date CV via the application link or contact Kerry Fowler for further information.